Tricks that old racers get up to after retirement

[FUJIMO]

https://c7.alamy.com/comp/k1kf5g/miles-jennings-powerboat-racer-at-the-cowes-torquay-power-boat-race-k1kf5g.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://c8.alamy.com/comp/k1kf53/miles-jennings-powerboat-racer-at-the-cowes-torquay-power-boat-race-k1kf53.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=454139&d=1575828883

[jackiewilson]

. I really thought you had more oil in your lamp than that FUJI ..INTRODUCING!...The "ALL NEW"...2020..."Mercury Mark Marauder"...Model 3M...By Wilson Marine!! Get It While


Dont know how much you know about mold making FUJI—— this one has sixteen layers of regular glass—— comes out nearly an inch and a half thick.
No movement whatsoever——-perfect finish—— all metal framework to keep it solid—— will produce many boats without any flaws or defects.
Maybe you’ll get to see the finished article before long!
Guess it was pretty stupid to show the uninformed, a simple thing like a mold, which is ten times harder to make than any boat?https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=454315&d=1576051953 Fuji, I really thought you had more oil in your lamp than that !!!

[jackiewilson]

It’s simply a case of Piss, or get off the pot Bob!
There are times when the all knowing don’t know quite as much as they perpetuate or purport to.454427.!!!Shes just getting too smart for her own good—- has to be checked!
Like I said, I gave him more credit than he was due!
No, I’m not mad, just disappointed!
My four year old granddaughter Lizzie is on the naughty step at the moment, so it’s full!!!

[powerabout]

https://c8.alamy.com/comp/k1kf53/miles-jennings-powerboat-racer-at-the-cowes-torquay-power-boat-race-k1kf53.jpg
Drew wont like the leather boots on his deck?

[FUJIMO]

Well I'll be...I guess you took my comment the exact wrong way Jackie! Not how I must have made it sound, though, I guess. I was NOT making fun of Mark's new hull mold at all! I meant it to sound like an all-new exciting boat, that was coming to market & that everyone needs one, that's all! I am VERY well versed in how a boat mold looks & how they are made, that was not my intention, to make it sound like I was mocking the mold itself. Nope. Not all. For the record, I have designed & built dozens of hull & deck molds, along with the many smaller assembly molds that go with them, as well as their support systems. All Hi-Performance, National & World Champion boats, EVERY ONE OF THEM, from 21' through 42'. You name the mold lamination schedule, technique, open and closed molds, and materials, and I have done it. I vacuum bagged molds & boats starting 40 years ago. Carbon, Carbon Graphite, Carbon Graphite Kevlar, Kevlar Hybrids of all weaves & weights, E-Glass, S-Glass, Tri-directional, Bi-directional, Veil Cloths, Matts, Aircraft Cloths, Core-Mats of all brands & millimeters, all of these incorporated & used as they first came to market decades ago, up till today. You name the brand & type of resin, promoted, and not pre-promoted with cobalt, epoxies, vinylesters, general-purpose, blends, you name it... You name the PVC Foam coring material, Honeycombs of different materials, end-grain Balsa's, Basalt's, longitudinal Bamboo's, thickness's, density's, solid or contour, perforated, all of them, and I have used them, in not only the race boats, but every single "production" boat that came out of said molds, and have built "hundreds" of parts(boats) out of those molds. No one on this site, I assure you can say they have done this. Sorry for the rant.

[FUJIMO]

No, I will not give you brand names, lol.:smiletest:

[AZMIDLYF]

Good looking little craft...

454441454442454443

[powerabout]

Now that’s weird pilgrim——- went to the village school to register my vote—— was amazed how many people were voting in the rain.
This means it’s going to be a big turnout—— it also means the rank and file are fed up to the teeth with the fiasco that parliament has made of the Brexit vote..
I reckon Boris the bumble will even get a working majority
Corbyn lives in cuckoo land and thinks he can bleed us dry to pay for his fairyland ideas.
Farage threw in the towel.
Tories should wind up with a majority of 28+ ——— but what do I know?
you might need a passport to go to Scotland...lol
Farage will get his brexit, I think he won

[FUJIMO]

I wonder if Mark knows what this is, and uses one?https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1wOEHj8USMeJjy1zkq6yWmpXaY/Manual-Handheld-Metal-Barcol-Hardness-Tester.jpg

[jackiewilson]

you might need a passport to go to Scotland...lol
Farage will get his brexit, I think he won

Tories swept the board—- landslide victory in the end.
Liberals lost half their seats and are now even behind the Scots Dems.
Farages party did not get a single seat.
Message was loud and clear—— country is sick to the tits of Brexit !
Corbyn is dead and buried along with his anti Semitic ideals and cuckooland borrowing
Now you’ll see the pound start to climb against all currencies—- especially the dollar and the euro!

[jackiewilson]

I wonder if Mark knows what this is, and uses one?https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1wOEHj8USMeJjy1zkq6yWmpXaY/Manual-Handheld-Metal-Barcol-Hardness-Tester.jpg
Looks like a variational pitch vernier to me—— but I haven’t worked a prop in over fifty years, so I don’t have a clue!
Mark has many tools—— feel and common sense being the main ones.
All the others are simply “ Reassurance” !

[powerabout]

I thought is was a tool to measure a female perineum?

[powerabout]

Tories swept the board—- landslide victory in the end.
Liberals lost half their seats and are now even behind the Scots Dems.
Farages party did not get a single seat.
Message was loud and clear—— country is sick to the tits of Brexit !
Corbyn is dead and buried along with his anti Semitic ideals and cuckooland borrowing
Now you’ll see the pound start to climb against all currencies—- especially the dollar and the euro!

you mean the arguing so they voted to get it done and dusted it appears although Scotland want to go it alone with their huge shipbuilding and oil industry..lol

[jackiewilson]

Well I'll be...I guess you took my comment the exact wrong way Jackie! Not how I must have made it sound, though, I guess. I was NOT making fun of Mark's new hull mold at all! I meant it to sound like an all-new exciting boat, that was coming to market & that everyone needs one, that's all! I am VERY well versed in how a boat mold looks & how they are made, that was not my intention, to make it sound like I was mocking the mold itself. Nope. Not all. For the record, I have designed & built dozens of hull & deck molds, along with the many smaller assembly molds that go with them, as well as their support systems. All Hi-Performance, National & World Champion boats, EVERY ONE OF THEM, from 21' through 42'. You name the mold lamination schedule, technique, open and closed molds, and materials, and I have done it. I vacuum bagged molds & boats starting 40 years ago. Carbon, Carbon Graphite, Carbon Graphite Kevlar, Kevlar Hybrids of all weaves & weights, E-Glass, S-Glass, Tri-directional, Bi-directional, Veil Cloths, Matts, Aircraft Cloths, Core-Mats of all brands & millimeters, all of these incorporated & used as they first came to market decades ago, up till today. You name the brand & type of resin, promoted, and not pre-promoted with cobalt, epoxies, vinylesters, general-purpose, blends, you name it... You name the PVC Foam coring material, Honeycombs of different materials, end-grain Balsa's, Basalt's, longitudinal Bamboo's, thickness's, density's, solid or contour, perforated, all of them, and I have used them, in not only the race boats, but every single "production" boat that came out of said molds, and have built "hundreds" of parts(boats) out of those molds. No one on this site, I assure you can say they have done this. Sorry for the rant.

Wow— I can forgive you for the rant Fuji !
It did look like you were “pisstaking” to me .
Like I said before, I do have a tendency to fall out with people —- usually over nothing much, especially when it comes to family.
If I misinterpreted your comments then I apologise—- like I usually do when I’m wrong ( which isn’t often).
Craig quickly learned about “New” technology in fabrication when he visited the BMW F1 facility in Germany—— it went on from there—- as I understand it, what he’s doing is as up to date as it gets.
From what you’ve said, I’m sure you’ll understand that!

[jackiewilson]

you mean the arguing so they voted to get it done and dusted it appears although Scotland want to go it alone with their huge shipbuilding and oil industry..lol
What huge shipbuilding and oil industry?
Oils running out rapidly and the boatbuilding is subsidised.
Sdp has lost half the seats—— think I’ll sit bac on that one Pilgrim!

[powerabout]

What huge shipbuilding and oil industry?
Oils running out rapidly and the boatbuilding is subsidised.
Sdp has lost half the seats—— think I’ll sit bac on that one Pilgrim!

Sorry I didnt know Scotland went Tory so voted for Brexit.

[jackiewilson]

Sorry I didnt know Scotland went Tory so voted for Brexit.

No, you weren’t wrong Pilgrim—- Sdp’s made a clean sweep in scotland—— I would have thought one referendum was enough for any country, but the illustrious self opinionated smart arse bitch that heads Scotland, thinks otherwise.

[powerabout]

No, you weren’t wrong Pilgrim—- Sdp’s made a clean sweep in scotland—— I would have thought one referendum was enough for any country, but the illustrious self opinionated smart arse bitch that heads Scotland, thinks otherwise.
so they will leave and get rich on oil and ships....NOT

[jackiewilson]

so they will leave and get rich on oil and ships....NOT

Och-Aye. An PARRIDGE AND HAGGIS——and WILD WILD WHUSKY——— Lang May yer lum reek

[jackiewilson]

Whether they like it or not —Scotland- Ireland And Wales—- are very dependant on ENGLAND!
They all rely on hand outs and subsidies from the mother country .
Scotland wants to stay in the Eu —— that’s fine if they pay what they owe—- same with Ireland—- it’s borrowed more cash than the mint can produce.
Eighty is a hell of a majority —— all he has to do is keep his promise and get a sensible exit!
The pound will soar until the new year when the euphoria will hit reality .

[AZMIDLYF]

Wow, 80. I think he only needed 6 to have the majority. The people have spoken loud and clear on this one. Now let's se if the media darling can back it up.

[jackiewilson]

End of the day Crisis, Boris is still one the Ivy League’s products—— Eton and Harrow doncher know old thing.——- Not one of the most orated individuals I ever heard——- married two or three times—— carries a dog for Christ’s sake. Long time girlfriend they kept under wraps until he won—— now they’ve let her loose.
Waffles like Donald Sinden—- promised Brexit by the end of January?
All he has to do is deliver——— unless parliament says otherwise !

[jackiewilson]

Problem here Pilgrim is the fact that in spite of Sturgeon winning back a few seats and both labour and Tory losing out, giving her power in Scotland, it all counts for nothing.
WHY -because Boris has enough majority to see off any demands she ever makes!
Like her second referendum—— its NEVER going to happen! She has to get permission from Boris first— and that’s just not going to happen!

[jackiewilson]

Right—— elections over—- we have a very super strong Tory government—— like it or lump it , they’re in for the next five years!
Now can we get back to boats and boating and all things related and maybe Fuji will enlighten us on the Vrnier?

[powerabout]

Right—— elections over—- we have a very super strong Tory government—— like it or lump it , they’re in for the next five years!
Now can we get back to boats and boating and all things related and maybe Fuji will enlighten us on the Vrnier?

What does Fuji do with perineum tester anyway?
We need instructional video...maybe

[jackiewilson]

If that’s what it really is pilgrim , then I have no idea.
But I did give him more credit than that— so I think it will have to be a prop measuring device!

[AZMIDLYF]

What does Fuji do with perineum tester anyway?
We need instructional video...maybe

That taint gonna happen. :rolleyes:

[2us70]

Is that a paint thickness gauge?
I wonder if Mark knows what this is, and uses one?https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1wOEHj8USMeJjy1zkq6yWmpXaY/Manual-Handheld-Metal-Barcol-Hardness-Tester.jpg

[jackiewilson]

If it is—— then my dicks a bloater ! 70 !

[FUJIMO]

https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Barcol_hardness_test&oldid=920604708 a must have, in an glass shop.

[FUJIMO]

...This is where I will be tonight with wife & friends. Have attended since the early 80's & it has always been monstrous & incredible. I believe its always been the largest in the country. WinterFest Boat Parade... https://www.fortlauderdaledaily.com/sites/default/files/upfront/originalimages/winterfest-feat.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://cdn.denisonyachtsales.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/winterfest-boat-parade-pic-1100.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://myfortlauderdalebeach.com/wp-content/uploads/1556427_742945272407978_6774349840965224744_o-870x450.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://dvmzgq36yy8ja.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Winterfest-Boat-Parade-1024x684.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://cdn.denisonyachtsales.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Winterfest-red-boat-1100.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...get'n ready to start...http://www.trbimg.com/img-566cec76/turbine/sf-winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-pict-073

[FUJIMO]

https://www.trbimg.com/img-5cc98c88/turbine/fl-fea-wsvn-renews-winterfest-broadcast-rights-20190501

[FUJIMO]

http://www.eyeonsouthflorida.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/45th-annual-winterfest-boat-para.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://eliteworkroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sfl-winterfest-boat-parade-20171118-1024x576.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/8290454/mes_9832-edit.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453103/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-12.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/8290402/mes_9508-edit.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://assets.simpleviewcms.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_640,q_75,w_640/v1/clients/ftlauderdale-redesign/mobi_winterfest_03b84be5-0158-428b-8e17-61f271cd1df5.png

[FUJIMO]

http://www.trbimg.com/img-56239fd4/turbine/fl-winterfest-boat-parade-advance-20151018

[FUJIMO]

https://s3-media3.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/gWIfGoVeE6LWzvC9-SlHZQ/o.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://www.gossipextra.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/IMG_0081a.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453109/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-18.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453114/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-23.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ij-53AQkTZI/maxresdefault.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...its freak'n nutz I tell ya! lol https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lz4jgm26248/maxresdefault.jpg

[FUJIMO]

all company's, small and large, attend the boat parade... each one has a number on it, as everyone can vote for the best ones/winners...https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/8290392/mes_9444-edit.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453094/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-02.jpg

[FUJIMO]

get'n ready, many lined up along the New River, downtown...https://i.pinimg.com/originals/8f/52/72/8f52725d4a40460af1547a0aba8a6201.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://winterfestparade.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/MAP-1.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227026/8422244.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

many have live bands on their bows, with incredible sound systems...https://live.staticflickr.com/7564/16025148165_19652d6ce0_b.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453117/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-27.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453098/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-06.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://www.gossipextra.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/IMG_0038a.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://blog.hartmanimpressions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/20141213-IMG_0070.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227023/8422241.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images2.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227040/8422258.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/7453127/winterfest-boat-parade-fort-lauderdale-2015-42.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...many nice viewing waterfront restuarants along the route...https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227003/8422221.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227033/8422251.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...no shortage of spectator's, young & old...https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227037/8422255.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...waiting for the start...https://images2.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227010/8422228.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images2.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227030/8422248.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://media.timeout.com/images/103624561/image.jpg

[ron54]

Wowee thanks for posting ....

[FUJIMO]

http://www.gossipextra.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/IMG_0129a.jpg

[jackiewilson]

Certainly beats anything I’ve ever seen Fuji—- hope you and your wife really enjoy yourselves —- all the very best for Christmas and the new year!

[FUJIMO]

Sky Limo Service boat parade barge...http://www.bythesearealty.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/sky-limo-air-charters.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...line'n up...https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227011/8422229.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227028/8422246.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/373757/GPO-20181215-7413-parade-HR_54_990x660.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images2.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227024/8422242.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227042/8422260.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...Yup! These guys Too!...https://www.trbimg.com/img-5665e005/turbine/sf-winterfest-boat-parade-palm-beach-food-wine-blue-man-group-120715-20151207

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227029/8422247.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227043/8422261.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images2.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227044/8422262.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://miami.cbslocal.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15909786/2013/12/2011-winterfest-parade.jpg?w=1024&h=576&crop=1

[FUJIMO]

https://eldiariony.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/im_20131213_locales_131219641.jpg?quality=80&strip=all&w=940

[FUJIMO]

https://discover.boatsetter.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/23550599669_809c642839_o-1024x682.jpg

[FUJIMO]

...Hughes Catering, a very successful local catering company(you can imagine), who recently bought the infamous Shooter's Restaurant & Bar on the Intracoastal Waterway, and comepletely renovated it into a classy establishment. I'm sure a few of you know about Shooter's, lol. … https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5bW9E6hvq8Q/maxresdefault.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227035/8422253.0.jpg

[FUJIMO]

https://winterfestparade.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Rockfest.jpg

[FUJIMO]

Too many famous people to count, attend this...Recognize these two?... They both actually live here. http://www.gossipextra.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Winterfest-Boat-Parade-1-1.jpg

[FUJIMO]

http://www.floridarambler.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/winterfestboatparade.jpg?w=300

[FUJIMO]

https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/u/original/8290409/mes_9588-edit.jpg

[FUJIMO]

Crazy, Right? (i'll stop now)https://images1.browardpalmbeach.com/imager/seminole-hard-rock-winterfest-boat-parade/u/original/6227039/8422257.0.jpg

[powerabout]

had a few in Shooters over the years each time I was there

[jackiewilson]

Again Fuji—- I’ve never seen anything like it !
Afraid I’m not up with celebrities and film stars these days—— closest I get to a “Showpiece”, is SERRA and SEEBOLD !

[2us70]

My daughter and son inlaw were on the 3rd boat in last nights parade. They have an in with a promoter and usually wind up in the parade.

[FUJIMO]

I neglected to also mention that the 57th Annual Pompano Beach/Lighthouse Point Boat Parade was just the night before, on the 13th! Wild month is South Florida. Won't bore you with too many photo's...lol:smiletest:https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p960x960/66466304_2291943467567805_1630734614832087040_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_oc=AQmdH5OuFjyEbPzdlT6mun_SFpZ7iSlCqxQXuGknEhYM5DFU42CpH8PDQBr7GvscidtxhOwf12WnTAIG_Lxie9Ah&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=0ae3918b414cfc7373d008a5d68e6bf6&oe=5E78F341

[FUJIMO]

last years art promo...https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p960x960/45652630_1928209830607839_1618351206210469888_o.jpg?_nc_cat=106&_nc_oc=AQlEvnRHGqEmK7FgpHoBCq2GRmCXfvAS3x0hrt2WZZfmMApPnuaShdy5MKexODZNLkG63JN23BcARhc0PCIYUISG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=97fd07a99def4a4657d29d83c5802e3f&oe=5E685092

[FUJIMO]

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/33488323_1699967566765401_6840646587601911808_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_oc=AQkH_iv3vJcP4G_MtqObU65tA4HtXkflMiR755Ulbt9fKie2p08DLLKtkISLM4-bL1ByX8D1H9KhorWu64-FEH6X&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=841a74c357777e8cb358d7b948c77abd&oe=5E6EFF37

[FUJIMO]

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/24991411_1527530904009069_8773284999043145589_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_oc=AQnwnIt9qDusJmRN9NSx78n9s1lU2Mwu-O_a6yDhJ6M4mSfQlISsY1ZgY03vo3N6ilFbKNJuzDaZyKmMNJmRcm-T&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=5bd67be4dc790d4941725763c32b3e43&oe=5E754912

[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

This is how our intracoastal bridges are mural painted & lit up in the year 2019! Not your normal, run of the mill bridges down here any more...https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/74267588_2488743301221153_7349034526330322944_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_oc=AQmj_UZGh1KDECiI5g9phaW-czg3j71hG6AWV8DzGCL0FH6nsACq7WJ2R7-V7s-AC_WK7vmkJczkXqbtphNIJiW6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=0ad1a7fc8ba064bc3e3facb64b4db73e&oe=5EB14FDA

[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

...one of the marina's/gas docks in Pompano Beach...https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/s960x960/47504648_1960287297400092_5244960920244846592_o.jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_oc=AQmm5tUVOm8LhgqyayrkCLAKFO7g_2oog782ahsq0wL1E2iujKEMJEzi6RKo0lrQtTN_j5y9GPrgO3z1ToF7IxdR&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=31d4785e1a7c0caa5b4c63a0fea1d10e&oe=5E6A72EB

[jackiewilson]

Well Fuji— I don’t know what I did to Deserve all those technicolour piccies—- but bugger me— they were impressive, thanks.

[jackiewilson]

One of the things that pisses me right off at the moment——- women commentators!!!
Especially when they are talking —Rugby—- football—- American Football ! They make absolute idiots of themselves—- screeching and cackling.
I have not heard one single female that even comes close to ANY man commentating football!
maybe it’s the voice being two octaves higher—- I just know they all make a pigs ear of it—- forget the PC side of it———— they're not right—— it doesn’t work—- they are lousy at men’s football.
Maybe they should try women’s soccer or rugby —- even tiddlywinks—— but keep away from trying to do a mans job!
I cannot be the only one who thinks this!

[Watermark]

Have been told men don't listen anyway, so it may not matter who does the commentating! ;)

Seriously now, credibility is key. If a person once played/participated in a sport, and happens to be talented with a microphone in hand, they're not usually considered another talking head - be it a man or woman. If a woman who obviously never played the game, yet gets put in the commentators chair, she has to be very articulate, very prepared, and be quick and accurate with solid questions and comments. Most I've known have worked exceptionally hard to earn their place at a network.

You've likely come across a few women who did - or could do - a great job in calling a boat race. Danika Patrick did well commentating at some Indy Car races last season... I'm sure Marit Stromoy or Tammy Wolf could offer much to boost our sport if they choose to do so someday.

Anyway Jackie, your thoughts are based on at who does a better job than another at a football or rugby match - and that's another game altogether.. Who can draw the most viewers wins out.
Cheers.

[Watermark]

Jackie, I got to thinking about several other fine, intelligent women who participated in our sport - some by competing, like Gina Campbell and Fiona Brothers, and some who helped take boat racing to a higher level through their journalistic talent - namely Ros Knott and Zoe Trumper. These ladies knew our game inside out and were unafraid to call it like they saw it. They were just as passionate about racing as any of us - and clearly more sensitive to the dangers.

Having recently re-read some of their written commentary on the '84/85 F1 and FONDA series', they were straight forward and analytical in their reports/ articles - which no doubt rustled feathers, a good thing for driver safety and the betterment of the sport in general.

I digress (once again) - weaving off-topic here ... this has nothing to do with commentators at Football games, but that's what I like about this forum - memories surface of people and places we may never see again.

[jackiewilson]

Jackie, I got to thinking about several other fine, intelligent women who participated in our sport - some by competing, like Gina Campbell and Fiona Brothers, and some who helped take boat racing to a higher level through their journalistic talent - namely Ros Knott and Zoe Trumper. These ladies knew our game inside out and were unafraid to call it like they saw it. They were just as passionate about racing as any of us - and clearly more sensitive to the dangers.

Having recently re-read some of their written commentary on the '84/85 F1 and FONDA series', they were straight forward and analytical in their reports/ articles - which no doubt rustled feathers, a good thing for driver safety and the betterment of the sport in general.

I digress (once again) - weaving off-topic here ... this has nothing to do with commentators at Football games, but that's what I like about this forum - memories surface of people and places we may never see again.
i agree with every word you said about female racers—- percentage is about 5% —— I wish it were 50% but that’s never going to happen.
point I was trying to make is—— BBC have a moral duty to put as many women on air as men—— and give them the same pay. It’s Bollocks and never going to happen, but they will die trying!
Women draw the crowds —- create controversy—- brightens up the scene—- makes the whole thing more interesting.
Loved all the women in our sport ROZ — Fi — and Zoe in particular——- Pat Ainge —— and Gina Campbell——- Lady Arran—- Molly Ballou—- Betty Cook. —— TREASURE? Kay Marshall plus the ones I’ve forgotten and those I never knew like Betty Carstairs.
Wander “Off Piste” any time you want Mark—- one day a may forgive you for not attending Tavares!

[techteam]

Obviously the kitchen goddess has no access to Jackie's IPad.......:reddevil:

[jackiewilson]

Obviously the kitchen goddess has no access to Jackie's IPad.......:reddevil:
ARE YOU INSANE ?
You think I’m totally stupid TT ? —— would be like giving a child, a loaded shotgun—-!
What is it my sainted mother used say—— DISCRETION IS THE BETTER PART OF VALOUR ?
its not PRACTICE WHAT YOU PREACH——— Just do what I tell you !

[powerabout]

i agree with every word you said about female racers—- percentage is about 5% —— I wish it were 50% but that’s never going to happen.
point I was trying to make is—— BBC have a moral duty to put as many women on air as men—— and give them the same pay. It’s Bollocks and never going to happen, but they will die trying!
Women draw the crowds —- create controversy—- brightens up the scene—- makes the whole thing more interesting.
Loved all the women in our sport ROZ — Fi — and Zoe in particular——- Pat Ainge —— and Gina Campbell——- Lady Arran—- Molly Ballou—- Betty Cook. —— TREASURE? Kay Marshall plus the ones I’ve forgotten and those I never knew like Betty Carstairs.
Wander “Off Piste” any time you want Mark—- one day a may forgive you for not attending Tavares!
always important to remember as your drowning that there are women in my sport so mouth to mouth wont be so bad....

[Watermark]

I do feel bad about missing Tavares, Jackie. I'll make amends!!!

[GENE LANHAM]

I do feel bad about missing Tavares, Jackie. I'll make amends!!!
Me too---Jackie-----------

[jackiewilson]

Me too---Jackie-----------

You we’re right to give it a miss—— weather was crap—- less than half the usual number of “Old Farts”. turned up.
Was ok for the Vintage race boat community—— just the Friday evening meal, which wasn’t the most exciting event I ever attended.
Billy and Tommy stayed just the one night—- they just wanted to touch base with the old drivers, which is what they did—— then buggered off ! Must tell us something ?

[John Schubert]

I do feel bad about missing Tavares, Jackie. I'll make amends!!!
Now I don't feel bad for not going Mark. Maybe some other time?

[Watermark]

Now I don't feel bad for not going Mark. Maybe some other time?

Yes - planning for 2020. Conflicts this year - November was challenging (often is it seems).

[peterse90]

Yes - planning for 2020. Conflicts this year - November was challenging (often is it seems).

Mark, I think we should drive...rent a window van and drag Rob Scythes, Tom Henderson, Duanne Wight, Steve Allison, and anyone else from the great 70's...maybe we will need a bus !!!!

[jackiewilson]

Mark, I think we should drive...rent a window van and drag Rob Scythes, Tom Henderson, Duanne Wight, Steve Allison, and anyone else from the great 70's...maybe we will need a bus !!!!.
Don't procrastinate my friend —- times running out—- old farts dropping like flies—I will have caught Gene up next month—- two fat ladies—— who would have thought I would have made a bingo number (88) ?
If it takes a bus to get you across the border then hire the best—- the one with a bar — beds and entertainment!! If dancing, Hooter like ladies are included, plus a roulette wheel—— go for it !
Theres not a great deal of life going on in Tavares—— besides the vintage boats and old farts. Although we did find a great Mexican restaurant just outside town—- LA CASA ,!!!

[jackiewilson]

Oh dear oh dear oh dear,—- talk about history repeating itself—— fall of the Roman Empire and the death of Ceaser was not from invasion or the marauding hordes ——- or the Muslims ——- it came from within .
Not the Russians—— Not the Koreans—— nor the Chinese.
It was self inflicted- from the inside—- just like Ceaser.
Cant for the life in me see why going beyond his powers of authority warrants “Impeachment” ?
America has done to itself what no invader has done !!
And I thought we were having issues with parliament?
Well—- that’s how it looks to me on this side of the pond , tell me I’m wrong and I’m listening!

[AZMIDLYF]

They(Democrats), should have left the decision up to the "WE THE PEOPLE" part of the equation in November. :nonod:

[WaterZebra]

Oh dear oh dear oh dear,—- talk about history repeating itself—— fall of the Roman Empire and the death of Ceaser was not from invasion or the marauding hordes ——- or the Muslims ——- it came from within .
Not the Russians—— Not the Koreans—— nor the Chinese.
It was self inflicted- from the inside—- just like Ceaser.
Cant for the life in me see why going beyond his powers of authority warrants “Impeachment” ?
America has done to itself what no invader has done !!
And I thought we were having issues with parliament?
Well—- that’s how it looks to me on this side of the pond , tell me I’m wrong and I’m listening!

On our side we scratch our heads trying to make sense of Brexit and landslide election of your new PM. If you think hurricane Dorian wrecked stuff this year, wait until this "peachment" thing lingers into our 2020 elections. Both parties have managed to take huge BMs.:mad:

[jackiewilson]

On our side we scratch our heads trying to make sense of Brexit and landslide election of your new PM. If you think hurricane Dorian wrecked stuff this year, wait until this "peachment" thing lingers into our 2020 elections. Both parties have managed to take huge BMs.:mad:
Suddenly Britain looks like a good place to live after all—— not long ago it felt a bit like “You and me against the world “——-even Donald was telling us how to run the country.
EU Eurocrats were pissing all over our Prime Minister —- laughing in her face because she had no directive or power to push the exit through.
What a difference an Election Day made !!!
Boots on the other foot this time—— Boris has total power and the back up to push any deal he cares to construct—- this time it’s Britain telling the EU what we want.
Countries from all four corners of the world are queuing up to do business with us—— the pound is climbing—- the outlooks bright for us.
Unlike the EU—- it’s worried, what to do, if Britain leaves successfully—- Whats to stop Spain, ITALY, Turkey, Greece and Portugal from quitting too ?
All one has to do is put your own house in order before interfering in other countries politics—- if we keep our nose to the grindstone and get back to working for a living, stop the bloody disruptive strikes, stop the skiving—- maybe we can get back some respect.

[jackiewilson]

Looks like the OFF 2020 website has taken off again —— all sorts of interesting comments about all sorts of boats, motors, Mercury and OMC characters—- all boat racers.
Well worth a look at occasionally—— do yourself a favour—- log into “OFF 2020” now and again.
I had no idea Tommy Posey had died—— been out of touch with both him and Jonny Sanders Forfar too long.

[jackiewilson]

Today I bit the bullet and purchased a beautiful HARRISON GAP LATHE.
Ive had the South Bend for ten years and it’s served me well, but the time has come the Walrus said !
As I’ve grown more accomplished on the lathe, so I’ve noticed that the “WAGGLEMENT.” factor has increased. So I need something a little more robust —— up to date and modern.
This last roller had to be really good——- needed to up my game.
My son suggested I should take more time over the concepts—— try and do one as near perfect as I could, told me I never finished anything!
Was a bit of a wake up call—— been on this one nearly a month and I’m a long way off finished.
Promise you’ll see it here first.
Harry Selfridge was an American who opened up a department store in Kensington —— his hobby was Aeroplanes and Silver Ghost Rolls Royce’s——- thisones got his name on the jewel encrusted Brazilian mahogany trunk that adorns the luggage rack.
That gave me the idea for the next one which will be ”THE MAHARAJAH OF JAIPURS” Silver Ghost”
complete with gun rack and tiger hunting sedan chair on the roof.
Oh yes, I’m lethal when I get an idea!

[jackiewilson]

Had a good morning in the shop—— cut out the seats and formed the backs—— next up are the lights— four acetylene and a pair of stonking headlights —— four sidelights, two running lights ——— a pair of mirrors.
Having fun and games with the leather soft top——— oxford green on the outside——- cream lining, I should have known better ?
Still—- slowly, slowly, catchee monkee ?

[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

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[FUJIMO]

https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/uGlzSfbkZhNVe47Jy5KshQ/o.jpg (https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-casa-eustis?adjust_creative=bing&utm_campaign=yelp_feed&utm_medium=feed_v2&utm_source=bing)

[FUJIMO]

.
Don't procrastinate—- times running out—-

...Besides the vintage boats and old farts...We did find a great Mexican restaurant just outside town—- LA CASA ,!!!
...always liked a good Mexican joint...

[jackiewilson]

...always liked a good Mexican joint...

No doubt about it Fuji, Le Casa is a superb authentic Mexican Restaurant—- run by a Mexican family.
Daughter is a waitress and absolutely drop dead gorgeous. I can heartily recommend it as the best eating place for miles around Tavares.
would be a lovely place to have the OFF dinner—- come to think of it —— we haven’t had a decent dinner since Jupiter!
Have to tell you Fuji—- I’ve always felt uncomfortable not knowing what to call you ? Joe , Tojo, Suji—or Kato——— always thought you might be of Far Eastern origin——- don’t suppose it’s any of my business, but you are a tad “Smarter than the average” when it comes to taking pictures, and I like to call my friends by a Christian name.!
I still call POWERABOUT “Pilgrim” because I never knew his name.
Sirois was always STAVROS—— Gary Stray has always been RATBAG—- my baby brother was called NIPPER —— even at 60 years old.
These are terms of endearment and nothing else !
But, if you want to travel through life “Anonymous” —- that’s your business.
Have a great Christmas—— May your God go with you!

[jackiewilson]

Wow, I only saw the last picture posted on this page Fuji ——- scrolled backwards and saw the rest—- it really is a great eating establishment isn’t it—— I had CHILLI RELLANOS—- best I ever had ?
Have to tell you—— even Lasse would be envious of your photographic skills!

[jackiewilson]

Buyer came and collected the trusty South Bend Lathe this morning—— sad to see it go—-but life doesn’t stand still —-Was time for change—— I could feel the chill at the back of my neck.
Looks like we’re on the move again—— this ole house is falling down and don’t have the time to fix the hole in my roof—— or the double glazing—— or the repaint!
Its easier to find somewhere fresh to fernagle.
Onlybeen here for three years——- I usually manage four or five years before the wanderlust hits——it came a little early this time !
Must be something I ate!

[FUJIMO]

Your a renter, not an owner. Pain to move all the time, as the years carry on, especially with all your tools. How do you find the next cave where you are? Just get on the rag and bone & ask all the usual questions, or do you have someone to do that for you?

[jackiewilson]

Owned my own house, all my life, paid the bank off in 1982 —— never had another mortgage—- moved to France in 2000 ——- bought four properties over the years—- bought them outright.
Didnt like paying mortgages or renting——- that way you only pay for it the once!
When we came back from France , couldn’t find exactly what I wanted, so I rented——- that was 9 years and three houses ago.
Im now past my prime and decided to buy a house so There’s a bit of security and a great workshop.
Dont ask anyone for anything Pilgrim—- I do all my own searching and deciding—- that way there’s only me to blame!

[jackiewilson]

By the way pilgrim——- it’s DOG AND BONE ——not RAG AND BONE —— just saying !

[FUJIMO]

By the way pilgrim——- it’s DOG AND BONE ——not RAG AND BONE —— just saying !
Got 'me cockney a might "off" pilgrim. Was think'n 'bout the "rag man"...lol ...yes, meant the phone.:cheers:

[FUJIMO]

Owned my own house, all my life, paid the bank off in 1982 —— never had another mortgage—- moved to France in 2000 ——- bought four properties over the years—- bought them outright.
Didnt like paying mortgages or renting——- that way you only pay for it the once!
When we came back from France , couldn’t find exactly what I wanted, so I rented——- that was 9 years and three houses ago.
Im now past my prime and decided to buy a house so There’s a bit of security and a great workshop.
Dont ask anyone for anything Pilgrim—- I do all my own searching and deciding—- that way there’s only me to blame!
Hope you find the right place this time 'round. Yes, great to never have a mortgage, to be sure. I knew also, many years ago, once I had the first house paid off(made double payments on a short 15 year fixed rate mortgage), I could live for free, the rest of my life. It was a great feeling then & still is.

[jackiewilson]

Hope you find the right place this time 'round. Yes, great to never have a mortgage, to be sure. I knew also, many years ago, once I had the first house paid off(made double payments on a short 15 year fixed rate mortgage), I could live for free, the rest of my life. It was a great feeling then & still is.
There is no other feeling like it in the world, the day you pay off the mortgage—- walked into the bank and thanked the bank manager for being a total sh-t ever since he first came to the bank! Grabbed him by the lapels and pulled him out of his chair and across the desk—— told him the interest he had charged me had paid his FECKIN wages if he lived to be a hundred! Told him to close the account and pay me the balance in cash.
It was even better than the feeling of getting laid for the first time —?

[FUJIMO]

There is no other feeling like it in the world, the day you pay off the mortgage—


It was even better than the feeling of getting laid for the first time —?
...you know.....come to think of it.....I think your right.....:iagree:

[2us70]

My parents taught us by example that being debt free in retirement is the key to peace of mind.

[FUJIMO]

My parents taught us by example that being debt free in retirement is the key to peace of mind.
mine did as well. my dad retired at age 37.

[jackiewilson]

mine did as well. my dad retired at age 37.

I was 50 when I retired—— then I found out what working for a living was all about —— bringing home the bacon by wheeling and dealing—— Fernagling—- cobbling ! That’s when she your wits take over and you start “risk taking” —— but that’s a whole different story, and for another day.

[jackiewilson]

By the way, I’m seriously thinking of retiring again —— I’d like to do it in the next ten years or so—— before I’m too old to enjoy it!
Bought another South Bend lathe today——- plenty of help loading it on the truck——- forgot about the unloading, I really can’t be chucking 300 lbs of cast iron about any more. Can’t tell you how or when that came about—— could have sworn I had muscles last week—— wonder where they went to?
Been frantically Fernagling a device to enable the lathe to be slid off the truck without the need for lifting!

[jackiewilson]

merry christmas to all my friends, have a happy and peaceful time.
Thanks for your support over the last 12 years.
Tricks thread could not exist without your support. Myggwy.

[powerabout]

merry christmas to all my friends, have a happy and peaceful time.
Thanks for your support over the last 12 years.
Tricks thread could not exist without your support. Myggwy.

Best wishes to you and your clan and the Southbend.
Brings back memories as my late father had one.

[jackiewilson]

Must have had a mad fit of depression buying another one.?

[powerabout]

Must have had a mad fit of depression buying another one.?
full numerical control??

[jackiewilson]

full numerical control??

Afraid not Pilgrim—— 1950’s top oiler—- will post you i piccie of the electrics——- Freddie Flintstone and Barney Rubble had modern “Crowtonics” compared to these.
Will put DRO on the Harrison Gap lathe when we move, promise you that’s the last lathe I will ever buy!—— ​Merry Christmas pilgrim.

[jackiewilson]

Afraid not Pilgrim—— 1950’s top oiler—- will post you i piccie of the electrics——- Freddie Flintstone and Barney Rubble had modern “Crowtonics” compared to these.
Will put DRO on the Harrison Gap lathe when we move, promise you that’s the last lathe I will ever buy!—— ​Merry Christmas pilgrim.
A little knowledge is a dangerous thing—— knew exactly where to look to determine the age of the South Bend Lathe !
Amazed to find it was manufactured in September 1911 ——- long before the First World War!
Have to say, it’s nicely made——- they kept the exact format until well after the Second World War.
Managed to trap my bloody finger changing chucks—— just knew it was going to happen j——- Shoulda put some cushioning on the bed and simply spun it off and let it drop.
No wonder the electrics looked a bit archaic——- now I’m going to have to retire the whole shebang from top to bottom. Wouldn t normally mind, but this ones just to fill in for an interim period while I fernagle my final workshop and prepare it for THE BEAST .

[jackiewilson]

Well, that’s Christmas Day over and done with—— I got a neck warmer and three squeeze bottles of BADEDAS shower gel——and a Terry’s chocolate orange- not even socks or handkerchiefs this year.

As my sainted mother used to say—- it’s as far away as it’ll ever be ???
She was of course referring to next Christmas!
Definitely do NOT want to see, taste or hear the word “ Turkey” for another year—— I’ve stuffed myself in spite of my best efforts of celibacy ?
A BIG MAC seems positively appetising after two days binging, with a promise of another tomorrow
(Boxing Day) . Still this ones sixty miles along the coast at Eastbourne—— I’ve volunteered to do the driving—— that way there’s no booze involved.
Friday the boat reaches port and life will be back to normal—— get the south bend up and running—— the silver Ghost finished and we’re cooking with gas.
Tomorrow will be the first day I don’t go anywhere near the shop in a long while.
Saturday got more houses lined up to scrutinise——- been told that a great workshop with a small house is what I’m looking for.
Madame would prefer a nice house with a super kitchen and fantastic garden with a lean— to shed would suffice !!!!!
Somedays that damned bear !!!!!!

[FUJIMO]

tell the realtor a three car garage with a house. they will catch your drift. you won't end up with that, but...you have to start somewhere...

[jackiewilson]

tell the realtor a three car garage with a house. they will catch your drift. you won't end up with that, but...you have to start somewhere...

Told the “estate agent” .anything with a 50’ barn in the garden will suffice!

[FUJIMO]

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[jackiewilson]

Ok, so it’s Boxing Day morning and I’m not doing much until lunchtime anyway !
I laid in bed and thought I’d write a couple of hundred words about the 1979 Parker 7hour which is billed as a nine hour ?
I did this with great aplomb, when I clicked “ send”—— it told me I needed more than three and it was “too short”—— now I’m not a simple person, I always was under the impression that 100 was more than three ??? —— but in this modern age of instant millionaires from the dot dot who think up a game of tiddly checker chess and are hailed as a bloody genius——- I might be wrong!!!
whats really pissed me off, is the fact the whole soliloquy has disappeared into outer space and I completely wasted my valuable boxing morning answer question time—— only for it to bugger off into the long distance!

I decided to give it one more try without going to the “ Reply With Quote” section, so here goes!
Cosworth played their part in the 1979 Parker race by sending Duckworth himself, Ian Hawkins and Malcolm Tyrell —- along with a spare, brand fire new COSWORTH DFV V8 motor to boot!
The rig had won its last race at Chasewater—— The Duchess of York 100 miler—— beating the likes of Alfie Bullen in the factory OMC—and Tom Percival in the works Merc. So it was in good shape.
i get a call from Bedford Davie ——- how about you bring the boat to Parker if I pick up the transport costs ?
Of course it was no contest—— a chance to run Parker in a rig I knew damn well could walk it at a canter —— airfreight cost was over $12500 !
All looked well for a-good result until GG and Duckworth In their unquestionable wisdom, decided to change the gear ratio in the interest of extending the life of the gearcase ( which had never given a moments trouble since COSWORTH had take to rebuilding them after each race) .
Nobody told me anything about this until the first morning of practice—— that’s when I found out I had nothing in the prop box that Could even get me up on plane!
Bob Hetzel took my worst prop ——- cut a full half inch off each blade—- this took many hours of intensive labour under a hot desert sun!
Final result resembled a tin opener— bit it did get us up and running—- but do not slow down in the corners because it would take a mile and a half to get over the hump again!
We figured there’s only two corners —- seven miles apart— let’s go for it !
We were running pretty good —- right up there with the best of em for the first four hours—- then Duckworth decided we had better change the gearcase—— the gearcase had other ideas and for twenty five minutes refused to budge—— so that route was abandoned—— press said we came in for a tea break—— scones and crumpets ( untrue) .
Rest is history—— boat never raced again—- motor was taken out, the boat did the Ford publicity rounds until it was finally retired and sent to the Watt Tyler Maritime museum in Essex.
It was there until the museum ran out of funds——- closed , all the boats and motors were put outside, in the middle of winter,
I FOUND OUT ABOUT THIS——— called Mark—— he called COSWORTH ( who had lost all interest in the boat years ago) did a deal, shipped the boat back to florida—- which is where it is today!
But that’s not the end of the story?

[ron54]

Jackie, I saw the boat at Bristol with the original motor but not in its present display form. Did you make the Replica DFV it does look the part.

[jackiewilson]

Jackie, I saw the boat at Bristol with the original motor but not in its present display form. Did you make the Replica DFV it does look the part.

No, it’s a genuine COSWORTH replicated dummy display unit—- cost about £9:99 as opposed to twenty five thousand for a fresh built DFV in 1978 !

[jackiewilson]

Well, when you have four kids—— 12 grandkids——13 great grandkids———— you would have thought that at least one of ‘em could have taken time out to give you a call christmas morning—— or even Boxing Day ! Not complaining—— simple fact of life, like an old jacket hung up behind the door, when you go out - you put it on, it keeps you warm, dry and comfortable. You come home, put it back behind the door, comfortable in the knowledge that it’ll be there whenever you need it —- year in, year out, never goes out of fashion—- low maintenance—-reliable.
Its there for all seasons—— “just in case”—— its a feeling thing——- you know where it is—- even if it’s not used much these days. Been out of fashion for years, too good to throw out just yet, but not fashionable enough to go to town in ! When was the last time you gave it a brush down or had that missing button sewn back on ? Nah—- its just an old jacket that you don’t have much use for —- but you don’t have the heart to discard just yet ?????
Maybe next year !!!

Was just thinking back to a time when a call to Australia or America was a £1 a minute—— but Christmas morning calls to friends and relations were sacrosanct—- you just did it—- mum couldn’t get on with the Christmas dinner because it seemed every one in the world wanted to say “Merry Christmas”. But that was then. Today you can call anywhere in the world for free, all it takes is a little time———- something that nobody has anymore!

[jackiewilson]

Dismantled the lathe completely——- started with the bed—— then the tail stock ——tool post , and went mad from there.
No doubt about it the 9” South Bend Lathe is a beautiful , well made device. Very little wear anywhere . I’ve seen new ones in schools and colleges that after a years misuse were not up to this standard.
Makes me question the wisdom of buying a 13” when this thing will do everything I want.
Might just as well start from scratch with the electrics——— give it a full refit.
Havent touched the latest roller for a couple of weeks——- it just sits there looking resplendent!
Think it might just surprise most of the old farts—— even I think it’s “ Quite Acceptable”.
Might just wander across to Ford and the car boot sale in the morning——- don’t need a damn thing—— but I’m getting withdrawal symptoms and need a change from roast turkey and plum duff !

[jackiewilson]

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When I said the electrics left a lot to be desired—— I wasn’t kidding!

[jackiewilson]

Finally got the whole shebang stitched together——- bed is nailed to the tray—— and then bolted onto the legs———- steady as a rock —— hand turns like a SWISS watch . Now for fitting the motor and upgrading the electrics . With a bit of luck and a fair wind, I should have it up and running over the weekend.
Who says Christmas is a total waste of time?

[jackiewilson]

Simply had to do something about the drive train powering the South Bend—— it was attached to a sky hook behind the device ???
decided it deserved better and drew out a couple of routes, now we have a motor anchored to the framework ——- running straight and true—— silently——- might even get it fired up tomorrow!

[jackiewilson]

Simply had to do something about the drive train powering the South Bend—— it was attached to a sky hook behind the device ???
decided it deserved better and drew out a couple of routes, now we have a motor anchored to the framework ——- running straight and true—— silently——- might even get it fired up tomorrow!

Just wish I’d taken more notice of what my geometry master was telling me——- forgot about the angle of dangle—— that’s where you hang the motor in animated suspension with a peripheral perception of where the airborne pulleys and the lathes static roundels should communicate and form the perfect union, ‘CEPT they didn’t !!!
Have all the drive train dismantled once again, in the hope I can outwit the crafty bastard and bring him to heel.

[jackiewilson]

Two days ago I was an hour away from being up and running—— I’m now about three hours from throwing the switch and right back at square one !
Knew exactly what I was doing didn’t I ? ‘ Cept it didn’t work——- but it will—- ihave high hopes and ambition!

[FUJIMO]

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[jackiewilson]

Many a true word spoken in jest—— putting this damn lathe together has made me realise just how wore out this old frame of mine really is.
Come lunchtime all I want to do is rest my legs because lifting and bending has made every muscle I once had come back from the dead!
Things I could do with my eyes shut, I now need specs for.
Job I could do in an hour, now takes two days!
Task that I could whistle through and finish but left a little to be desired, won’t cut it any more. It has to be right ( in case it’s the last time ).
Not to worry, I have the twelve gauge loaded and ready just in case that hooded old bastard carrying the scythe shows his face ???

[jackiewilson]

No, it was not me—— I haven’t been to Texas for many a long year——- it was another JACK WILSON that shot the gunman in the church—— not me!

[jackiewilson]

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There are such things as “MIRACLES”——- Father Christmas sent me my best Christmas present in years——- Cheers Billy—— Happy New Year to you and Lynne and all the rest of the “ Seebold Clan”

You and I both know that Lynne knows absolutely nothing about this—— Right, I wont tell her if you don’t! LUVSYA BILLY.

[jackiewilson]

Hey, Pilgrim—- my daughter and son in law are in Singapore tonight for the fireworks staying at the “ Fanella ???? Something or other hotel——- it begins with F anyway.
Tomorrow they have booked in at RAFFLES for dinner——— surname is CAPLIN —— SAm and Clive—— if you’re around call in and see em——— it’ll be ok——- they talk to anyone!
Just remembered—— it’s the Fullerton !

[jackiewilson]

Only gone and bloody done it —— overcame all adversity—— the South Bend is up and running.
Straight as a gunbarrel——- drive train absolutely in line. Did a couple of test turnings—— absolutely no “WAGGLEMENT” whatsoever!
Final problem was the fact that the overall width was two inches wider than the original a bit of “SQUIDGING” was required.
Renewed my faith in myself —— took me a lot longer than anticipated, but I’m pleased with the diligence and perseverance I was able to call on which resulted in a successful conclusion!
Piccies tomorrow!

[jackiewilson]

Happy New Year Everyone!
​Health Wealth and Happiness To You All !

[Watermark]

Happy New Year Everyone!
​Health Wealth and Happiness To You All !

... and all the best to you, your family and pals near and far.
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[2us70]

Great picture. I have known Gene for a very long time. We were both career Fire Fighters and he is my retirement hero. I am pretty sure that he has been retired longer than he worked. I am trying to get there.

[jackiewilson]

Great picture. I have known Gene for a very long time. We were both career Fire Fighters and he is my retirement hero. I am pretty sure that he has been retired longer than he worked. I am trying to get there.
ive been retired 37 years——- but I’m still in “unpaid employment”—— anybody beat that?

[jackiewilson]

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Ready to start the new year at a gallop—— got a huge amount of satisfaction bringing this old girl back to life, even though it did give me cramp, muscle fatigue, and the use of many new and never before heard international swear words !

[jackiewilson]

Made up 24 ——brass spacers 13mmx115—— with a pair of holes at 90mm centres x5mm.
Took me over two hours this morning——— buggered if I’d employ me to anything any more !

Started on the last six lamps for the Rolls Royce Silver Ghost—— four mudguard ( wing) lamps and the two rear acetylene lamps—— hope to get them finished before close of play today.

Maybe a few piccies before the end of the week!

[GENE LANHAM]

Great picture. I have known Gene for a very long time. We were both career Fire Fighters and he is my retirement hero. I am pretty sure that he has been retired longer than he worked. I am trying to get there.

You are right, Jim--

30+ years on the job-DOWNTOWN MIAMI

38 years RETIRED--I'm sure I've screwed up the City's actuarial numbers---

[jackiewilson]

Another boating legend popped his clogs today —— if you were anything at all to do with boat racing—— hydros—— circuit—— offshore—— RAY BULMAN knew your name——— British—— Italian—- American —- he was a walking encyclopaedia!
Was syndicated on everything he ever wrote —— wasn’t biased to any manufacturer—— club or class—- the only “Honest” reporter I ever met?
Has a lovely wife Brenda who I’ve known for over fifty years—- RIP Ray.

[GENE LANHAM]

ive been retired 37 years——- but I’m still in “unpaid employment”—— anybody beat that?

Yep---38 years, Jackie----but you know I'm almost a year older than you--

Lots of 'unpaid employment'----

But lots of 'Adventures' some actually profitable--

Retail owner, Aircraft Charter---

I was on Gentry's payroll (THANKS RICHIE) as 'corporate' pilot--boat cleaner--boat mechanic---for years---

No regrets Jackie---WHAT A RIDE!!!

[jackiewilson]

You are right, Jim--

30+ years on the job-DOWNTOWN MIAMI

38 years RETIRED--I'm sure I've screwed up the City's actuarial numbers---

Happy new year Gene—- Ok here we go——- later this month I catch up with you again—- 88 ( two fat ladies in bingo ) .!
I retired in 1982. I was 50 years old.
Looks like it’s going down to the actual date ?

[GENE LANHAM]

another boating legend popped his clogs today —— if you were anything at all to do with boat racing—— hydros—— circuit—— offshore—— ray bulman knew your name——— british—— italian—- american —- he was a walking encyclopaedia!
Was syndicated on everything he ever wrote —— wasn’t biased to any manufacturer—— club or class—- the only “honest” reporter i ever met?
Has a lovely wife brenda who i’ve known for over fifty years—- rip ray.

rest in peace--ray

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[FUJIMO]

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[jackiewilson]

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​It’s the way you tell ‘ em Fuji !

[jackiewilson]

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​It’s the way you tell ‘ em Fuji !

[jackiewilson]

Had a good day in the shop—- cooking with gas—- old/new lathe is a pleasure to work with.
So, just for good measure and because there’s no storage —- or a cabinet, I fernagled a bottom shelf !!
Works a treat, put all the paraphernalia that came with it on the shelf.
Damn but I’m good, and modest, I’m a going concern once again ! And, the rollers galloping along!

[jackiewilson]

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Not a 3 D printer in sight——— just a chunk of hardwood—— a spokeshave—— a touch of passion, with a spoonful of love for a great sport,

[AZMIDLYF]

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[jackiewilson]

No doubt about it—— 3D Printer images are deadly accurate and stunning to the eye—— but it’s like comparing any work of art to a photograph.
Somehow, it just doesn’t feel right ! Progress I suppose.
Im told that ANYTHING can be reproduced in 3D these days—— guns—— complete engines—— historical pieces of jewellery ——— I like the result, but somehow, I’m damned if it feels right—— bit like taking the iPad into the exam room to qualify for a place at university.
Am I on my own in this view —— does anyone out there feel the same way—— or is it just an old fart envious of the success of the three Dee?
On reflection, I do make props and steering wheels and bits for my own “Concepts” with a 3D printer, so I could be accused of being hypocritical.

[Rotary John]

No doubt about it—— 3D Printer images are deadly accurate and stunning to the eye—— but it’s like comparing any work of art to a photograph.
Somehow, it just doesn’t feel right ! Progress I suppose.
Im told that ANYTHING can be reproduced in 3D these days—— guns—— complete engines—— historical pieces of jewellery ——— I like the result, but somehow, I’m damned if it feels right—— bit like taking the iPad into the exam room to qualify for a place at university.
Am I on my own in this view —— does anyone out there feel the same way—— or is it just an old fart envious of the success of the three Dee?
On reflection, I do make props and steering wheels and bits for my own “Concepts” with a 3D printer, so I could be accused of being hypocritical.
Jackie: I'm afraid old fart craftsmanship is a thing of our past. Kinda like math, if the calculator says so, it must be correct. I used to build archery equipment, recurve and compound bows, but now it's all 3-D CNC machined. I like progress, but as you say, there's just no feeling like the personal touch.

[jackiewilson]

Jackie: I'm afraid old fart craftsmanship is a thing of our past. Kinda like math, if the calculator says so, it must be correct. I used to build archery equipment, recurve and compound bows, but now it's all 3-D CNC machined. I like progress, but as you say, there's just no feeling like the personal touch.

I agree with you wholeheartedly Johnno—— the car industry used to employ millions of people, today there’s a handful of people employed in it——- but thousands of ROBOTS !
Only a short step before they give five year olds a laptop and tell em to get on With it—- teachers—- history—heritage—- all in the past!
Crazy movies—— bad language—- manners and speech will be the norm——- books, families, home made cooking ——- all long gone.
Still with the high street gone forever—— doesn’t matter—— get it on line the following day—- even from the USA.
You can still get a Big Mac—— a bucket of fries—— and a gallon of coke——- And still have change out of a fifty !
What price progress ?
Fifty years ago if any one had told you an outboard motor would cost $50,000 you would have laughed in their face!

[GENE LANHAM]

Only a short step before they give five year olds a laptop and tell em to get on With it—-
What price progress ?


Or put bright young men in the cockpit of a Boeing 737MAX---with only 200 hours of experience--mostly on a SIMULATOR

[jackiewilson]

Or put bright young men in the cockpit of a Boeing 737MAX---with only 200 hours of experience--mostly on a SIMULATOR
Gene,
My sainted mother used to say —— walk before you run son——- there’s a”learning curve”
From kindergarten schooling to high school—— to university—— then on to joining society!
If you were less fortunate you did a five year apprenticeship before moving out into the world.
Im told there’s no substitute for experience.
No matter what walk of life you chose—— winners always are the ones with experience !

[jackiewilson]

All systems go at the minute. Had a stellar day in the shop—- should have the roller done and dusted in the next few days. Five weeks it’s taken——- seems like that’s the length of time each one takes!
On the up side—— not much arthritis—— grey cells still running like clockwork—— eyesight still pretty damn good—— fifteen years since I had the cataracts done.
Chucking the damn lathe around—- I must have pulled a muscle—— I have an ache in my left arse bone you wouldn’t believe.
will be quite glad to get this last one finished—— started with Rich Luhrs, and ended with my grandkids.
Grand total of ten in all—— yes, I can tell you who has them all—— SAm— Gary— Scottie B. —- Billy—
Two anonymous—- the Wilson grandkids Two left in the shop and one unfinished.
Been a year since I started the project, I’m glad it’s nearly over as I have a couple of ideas floating round in the old brain box I’d like to get off the ground.
See if I can’t post a couple of piccies today—- seems like that’s what you have to do to spark interest these days——- nobody has time to read the written word.

[jackiewilson]

Got my head down and my arse up —— Beavered away like the proverbial “demented Gippetto”—- should have it ready for the upholstery tomorrow.
Haven't decided whether to send it to, —- Park Ward—- Hoopers —- or Mulliners—-
for the Chesterfield Black leather upholstery ?
This last one is based on the 1908 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost that the American entrepreneur “ HARRY SELFRIDGE” bought.
He did have a couple of accidents with it around 1910 ?
He also built a “Little Ole Store” called “ Selfridges” .
Lots of personalised extras on this one——- think you might just like it!

[jackiewilson]

“ONCE MORE, INTO THE BREACH” ——— memorable day today—- I will finish the last Rolls Royce Silver Ghost ! for me, that’s quite an achievement !
I tend to get distracted and start something else half way through any “ Concept “—— this time I just ploughed on until the end.
I have half a dozen offshore boats in various states of finish——— need to get them finished before the move.
I do have a “Biggie” in mind —- don’t know if I can carry it through - but I’ll give it some thought!

My son and grandson told me “ You never Finish anything “—— so this time I have. (to the best of my ability”)
Sunday the 5th January 2020—- just a normal day—— will be in the shop for five or six hours, finishing and fernagling—— keeping the arthritis at bay and the little grey cells active.
Have found a place with a garage and a couple of wooden workshops—— that’ll do for me, may have to split the enterprise—— machine shop in the garage, sanding and polishing, assembly and finish in the largest of the wooden sheds ?
Who knows, it could be a nice little earner ???

[jackiewilson]

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That’s the all purpose catch tray I fernagled for my lathe—- huge success!

[jackiewilson]

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Couple of photos of the latest Silver Ghost——- as my grandkids can confirm—— I take lousy piccies !
Not quite ready for the upholstery yet——- but close.
Thought I ought to post something—— or you might think I’ve been yanking you’re chain for the last six weeks.
leather upholstery should be done end of next week.
Will endeavour to post some better pictures tomorrow.

[jackiewilson]

One of the reasons I tried to make a really good job of the “Rollers” is because, I sent a picture to BONHAMS the very Posh, upmarket auctioneers of one of my early efforts.
A certain Mr WILSON told me , no thank you, we’re not interested ! Items have to have a value of a minimum of £150——- Now believe it or not—— this got right up my left nostril—— pissed me off in no uncertain terms. But, —- on the upside—- everything I’ve done in that direction has been top class.
ive only sold one under a thousand——- that was to a friend !
Now they’re all finished——- I can get on with “Finishing” the six offshore Iconic historical boats——- two twin hills and four monos.
Ive always been a bit of a bugger when it comes to putting the final touches to anything—- my mind invariably goes off at a tangent and onto a new concept long before the finish.
Watch out for half a dozen boats in rapid succession—— they’re all shaped up except for the finishing touches—— where are you John Schubert When I need you?

[Rotary John]

You truly outdid yourself on this one.

[jackiewilson]

You truly outdid yourself on this one.

I cheated a bit Johnno just to get a piccy on the S&F thread——- it wasn’t anywhere near finished.
T Top framework —— Silver Lady ( spirit of ecstatics) —— lamp lenses—— upholstery—- adv/ret mechanism—— lots of little things. But I promise I will have them all done this week.

8 poles going into two quadrants that holds a curved rectangular top and the round arse end of a roller, makes for some interesting calculations ——- suffice to say I spent three hours —— most of it trial and error, replacing at least half the poles twice before I nailed it !
Does look the dogs cajones though——- well worth the effort!

[jackiewilson]

If anyone had told me I would have still been working on the “Silver Ghost” this week —- frankly my dear —- I wouldn’t have believed it!
Mind you, when it is finally finished it’s certainly the best “ Concept “ I’ve done in years!

Had the offer on the house accepted—- knowing how the legal profession drags its heels, charges the Earth for its painfully slow processes, I estimate we can should be in residence around summertime. Early or late —- depends on whether or not the lawyers get out of bed or not!

Feel much relieved at once more owning and living in my own house again.
Renting has its advantages, but there’s an awful lot of disadvantages too !
Lots more work space for me—- I’ve been really cramped for space since the six car garage I had in France.
Already have a really good lathe now with the 9” South Bend.
But I have given my word I would buy the HARRISON 11” GAP BED , so I will start the new shop at a gallop !

[John Schubert]

One of the reasons I tried to make a really good job of the “Rollers” is because, I sent a picture to BONHAMS the very Posh, upmarket auctioneers of one of my early efforts.
A certain Mr WILSON told me , no thank you, we’re not interested ! Items have to have a value of a minimum of £150——- Now believe it or not—— this got right up my left nostril—— pissed me off in no uncertain terms. But, —- on the upside—- everything I’ve done in that direction has been top class.
ive only sold one under a thousand——- that was to a friend !
Now they’re all finished——- I can get on with “Finishing” the six offshore Iconic historical boats——- two twin hills and four monos.
Ive always been a bit of a bugger when it comes to putting the final touches to anything—- my mind invariably goes off at a tangent and onto a new concept long before the finish.
Watch out for half a dozen boats in rapid succession—— they’re all shaped up except for the finishing touches—— where are you John Schubert When I need you?
I'm here but not there, although wish that I was.

[jackiewilson]

I'm here but not there, although wish that I was.

Nearly there John—— always find it difficult to put the lid on one of my bigger “ concepts” !
Trouble is — I usually want to get on with the next project long before I’ve finished the current piece!.
One of my many failings .
Not my place to comment on the United States President— or his policies— I do not have the right !
I haven’t forgotten “Lockerbie” or the murder of PC Fletcher outside the Iran Embassy—- the twin towers atrocity. World leaders and politicians have pussyfooted around these issues for years.
Minority terrorist organisations have got away with murder because it’s not Pollitically Correct to nuke the bastards. So it was natural that when Trump made the decision that enough is enough and terminate the ringleader there would be repercussions——- fingers pointed—-. Tree huggers screaming “Foul “——- in the end analysis he had the balls to make a decision—— something that has been sadly lacking in world leaders for decades.
Just my opinion !

[jackiewilson]

Unearthed the first “Wing” I ever attempted—— EL DIABLO—- all in black . Wooden hulls with a stainless centre section. Complete with a pair of straight sixes on its bum. Even has gearcases and props.
So I stuck it on one of my trademark mountings—— a steel pétanque Boulle——- dont look anywhere near as neglected now.
Nothing like a wing running flat —— or even reaching for the skies—— if that’s what floats your boat?
Upholstery should be ready this weekend for the last of the SILVER GHOSTS—— looks resplendent now it’s got all the trimmings in place.
Thought I might have a crack at the white wings——- 700 and 7000—- IMHO they were without a shadow of doubt, the two prettiest wings ever!
Thats after I’ve finished the half dozen unfinished boats that have. Been lurking around forever !!!!
Ifi get half a chance I’ll post a couple of pickies of what I’m aiming at.
Wasted a good portion of the day trying to fernagle a passable “ Spirit of ecstasy “ ——- nothing’s worked up to now, but I’ve got High hopes and ambition.

[jackiewilson]

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This is the very first wing I ever tried to cobble together——- never quite came up to muster, so it got dumped out in the shed.
Stuck in on a half tidy mount—- suddenly its looking a lot more friendly!

[jackiewilson]

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Nearly there ! Just the upholstery and she’s done!

[jackiewilson]

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Over the years I’ve carved out dozens of them —— lots winding up on the scrap heap because they didn’t come up to muster——- today I decided to bin them!
Had a look through some of the all metal ones—— I have over thirty ready for concepts to put them on!!

[jackiewilson]

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Bet there isn’t a single old fart out there who doesn’t know what this is——- I use it a couple of times a week, even in this day and age !

[jackiewilson]

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[jackiewilson]

Found this a couple of years ago at the car boot sale—— it’s a franklin mint model in rickety condition —- cost me a tenner, but I’m a sucker for the Silver Ghost!

[jackiewilson]

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Went for lunch at Shoreham Airports Hummingbird Restaurant—— really good food and stinking cheap —— £35 for three of us. We had to wait to get a seat, but it was well worth it.
Its a really iconic building—- 1930 and it’s still exactly the same.

[jackiewilson]

So your Donald got it right first time—— he told you Iran shot down the Boeing —— this is a big boys game, the stakes are very high, time for all to get behind the president.
Take a long hard look at the UK if you want to know what happens when a house is divided——- years of dithering and squabbling—— country goes to the dogs.
Politicians are the most important people on earth—— ask any one of ‘em.

[Rotary John]

https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/35191382_1713054452063551_6840941205178548224_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_ohc=NMvJV-cFLRkAQnJCchUqLCjZIATOCVCM-_G6UTzA-4oVHAuVHkcRvC8tg&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&oh=7cee49299a7dad6390a075ad11fa82b7&oe=5EA7E23BFor you jackie

[Rotary John]

https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/81928263_2660295494006104_6805570856710832128_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_ohc=NFhbCb1pDXcAQldlDSBLWGTtvGAtXfxycK6mOCtyzZ_J6NprYNFHElc0w&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&oh=97690e8e2dfde1e3a5893d8aa15ac3c5&oe=5E9CE762another one

[jackiewilson]

Question Johnno ???
What do those two pictures have in common ?

[Rotary John]

[QUOTE=jackiewilson;3183313]Question Johnno ???
What do those two pictures have in common ?[/QUO

Wilson

[jackiewilson]

[QUOTE=jackiewilson;3183313]Question Johnno ???
What do those two pictures have in common ?[/QUO

Wilson Nope—- that would have been too easy Johnno—-
Clue—- one is me ?

[powerabout]

Jackie has raced both hulls?

[jackiewilson]

Jackie has raced both hulls?
Nope—- that was Marks boat, not mine !

[jackiewilson]

Dammit—- I have to tell you lot there—- you’re pretty bloody slow and not very observant.
Or maybe it’s me—too damn clever for my own good ( that’s what my sainted mother used to tell me).

[ron54]

We all thought you only arsked the question to Rotary John...That is why we are all holding back with the answer.........Is it to do with the Mk 1 Ford Escort in the background? perhaps you were hiding behind it at the time��

[techteam]

You did the signwriting on both boats

[jackiewilson]

You did the signwriting on both boats

C’mon TT you’re getting too smart —— look simple—— I’m a straight forward ordinary human bean !
It was a simple question ——- nothing smart, trick, or complicated ?

[FUJIMO]

...oooo...oooo…oooo...I know, I know! they both are ''color'' photo's...not just black & white anymore...? yes? no?:D

[FUJIMO]

...ummmm...they both have champion stickers on them????? yes? no? maybe?:D

[ron54]

I regret that some members appear not to be taking Jay Dubbya’s post with the diligence it deserves. Please bear in mind the naughty step has plenty of room at the moment. Obviously the answer “lays in the soil”.....

[FUJIMO]

i'm on pin and needles. http://static5.businessinsider.com/image/4eca6717eab8ea2429000028/german-bank-employee-fell-asleep-and-accidentally-transferred-222-million-euros.jpg

[jackiewilson]

And you call Yourselves “Experts” ? —— —- I know from meeting you all over the last ten years, at the Old Farts, and knowing most of you all my racing life, that your collective knowledge on anything to do with powerboats, is second to none!
In fact, I will go so far as to say, that nine out of ten of you, know the answer !

[jackiewilson]

i'm on pin and needles. There was me thinking you were smart Fuji !http://static5.businessinsider.com/image/4eca6717eab8ea2429000028/german-bank-employee-fell-asleep-and-accidentally-transferred-222-million-euros.jpgthere was me thinking you were smart Fuji!

[peterse90]

Question Johnno ???
What do those two pictures have in common ?

Not the answer you are looking for...but both are Hodges.

[jackiewilson]

Not the answer you are looking for...but both are Hodges.
Why would that NOT be the answer ?—— they were both built by Chris Hodges !!!
Told you right from the off, it was a simple question, nothing trick or complicated——- .
Mark bought a total of five “Hodges”——- 1 Burgess—— 1 Molinari —— 2 Seebolds——- Always said the best boat he ever had was the little sprint Seebold.
Biggest DOG he ever bought was the Molinari—. Quick but unpredictable — Bertie Wik thought he could
make it work——- got all out of shape at Bristol—— ran into the wall and totalled it.